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Jun 23, 2007 | 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by pharding' post='438954' date='Jun 23 2007, 05:43 AM

We can be more helpful if you identify your location. And the experience for all of us is more interesting. thanks.

In post #4, I mentioned that I was from the US. East Coast USA to be more exact.

Jun 23, 2007 | 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Argent60' post='438980' date='Jun 23 2007, 12:31 PM

In post #4, I mentioned that I was from the US. East Coast USA to be more exact.

If you're planning on staying around for a while, why not take a moment to pop your location into your profile?

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Jun 23, 2007 | 11:03 AM

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My Ride: 545i Olivin Green Metallic, dark leatherette interior with dark exclusive wooden trim. Comfort seats,Active Seats, RFT, Active steering, DSC, DTC, Dynamic Drive,Steptronic,business naviation, business sound system, bluetooth telephone kit. M technics kit.

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Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='438983' date='Jun 23 2007, 03:43 PM

If you're planning on staying around for a while, why not take a moment to pop your location into your profile?

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Hi Argent, I do have the the ventilated "comfort" seats. It actually depends on your location and if the weather is really hot or not. It is quite efficient if the inside temprature of the car is high. When you operate it its starts at fan level three for sometime then goes down to level two and so on.
As for the price, it seems pretty high, check if this price includes the active seats. This makes the seat cushioning moves simultanously to relax the thigh muscles.
My reco is "comfort"seats is a must

, if you drive long distances then go for ventilation/active seats. otherwise no need I guess.

hope this was helpful.

Jun 23, 2007 | 11:37 AM

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[quote name='Argent60' date='Jun 22 2007, 06:03 AM' post='438538']
I'm new to this board, but I have a question. I've done a search and have seen people talk about getting the "comfort seats". What are they?

I've seen the buying sheet and the ONLY choices I see for the 2008 E60 are the "standard" seats, and the optional 20-way "multi-contour" seats.

What are these "comfort seats" people are talking about???

Thanks,
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The 20 wat multi contour seats are the new standard sports seat for the 550, the original e60 sport seat was a butt buster, 545 model. This is a great option although I understand that the standard e60 seats are quite good. Good luck what ever you decide.

Jun 23, 2007 | 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by jochet' post='439101' date='Jun 23 2007, 08:37 PM

The 20 wat multi contour seats are the new standard sports seat for the 550

But the standard 550i strangely comes with 10-way "ordinary" seats.

http://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/5/200...n/features.htm

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Jun 23, 2007 | 03:36 PM

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so whats the difference between the standard seats and sport seats ? I can't tell the difference.

Jun 23, 2007 | 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jochet' post='439101' date='Jun 23 2007, 03:37 PM

The 20 wat multi contour seats are the new standard sports seat for the 550, the original e60 sport seat was a butt buster, 545 model. This is a great option although I understand that the standard e60 seats are quite good. Good luck what ever you decide.

Thank you. I went ahead today and ordered a 535xi with the "Multi-Contour" seats(part of the SP). Believe it or not, my dealer didn't have one E60 with these seats on the lot. I'm going on blind faith, and the advice of the good people of this forum.

Argent60

Jun 24, 2007 | 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Argent60' post='439163' date='Jun 23 2007, 08:24 PM

You won't be disappointed...

Jun 24, 2007 | 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by klyeo' post='439157' date='Jun 23 2007, 06:36 PM

so whats the difference between the standard seats and sport seats ? I can't tell the difference.

Lots. Sport seats have deeper bolsters on the the sides to keep you from sliding around, adjustable thigh supports, adjustable lumbar supports, and they are firmer than the standard seats. I had them on on my last two 5 ers and I loved them. Some people were critical of them as being too firm. They were on the firm side initially but with time they softened up as they broke in. When broken in they were wonderful.